5 Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin
If you have oily skin, you know the struggle of finding a sunscreen that protects without leaving you looking all greasy by noon. The wrong formula can clog pores, trigger breakouts, and make your T-zone shine. However, skipping sunscreen isn't an option when it comes to preventing premature aging, dark spots, and skin cancer. So it’s so important to find one that offers broad-spectrum protection while actually helping control excess oil throughout the day.
Whether you're dealing with combination skin, persistent shine, or acne concerns, these 5 best sunscreens for oily skin will keep your skin protected and comfortable all day long.
5 Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin
This sunscreeen is a lighter, slightly more hydrating sunscreen than the original BOJ sunscreen that still boasts SPF 50+ PA++++ sun protection. It’s formulated with 30% rice seed water, along with colloidal oatmeal and panthenol to soothe, plump, and nourish the skin.
With its lightweight, easily absorbed formulation that doesn’t leave a white cast or sticky residue, this sunscreen is great for oily skin types, even in the summer heat.
This watery chemical sunscreen is infused with Muan Red Onion Extract that is rich in germanium and minerals that provide blemish care while delivering nourishment and soothing benefits. But don’t worry, no onion smell included ~
It absorbs easily in the skin, is super lightweight, and provides SPF 50+ PA++++ UVA/UVB protection. With other ingredients like niacinamide, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E, this sun cream also helps provide brightening, anti-aging, and antioxidant benefits.
(Plus, the packaging has the prettiest colors.)
I personally love this sunscreen. It has a creamy, lightweight texture that smooths easily into the skin, and a light green color that helps balance redness from irritation or acne. It also leaves a slightly matte finish that counteracts shine and does not leave you greasy.
It provides SPF 30 protection. And as a physical sunscreen, it’s good for sensitive skin, employing superlight zinc oxide to physically block UVA/UVB rays to protect your skin.
Make P:rem’s sun cream is a good choice if you’re looking for oil control and a mattifying effect. With its lightweight texture - in between a gel and a cream - it blends easily into the skin and helps manage sebum, thereby preventing greasiness and shine. You’re left with a smooth finish that stays for hours and works well under make-up.
Of note, it may appear slightly white upon application. But over time, it blends into the skin, leaving a natural, brightened appearance, along with its SPF 50+ PA++++ protection.
Though this one is probably the thickest out of the 5 options, it’s great for oily skin because it has a light and airy souffle-like texture that spreads effortlessly onto your skin, managing to strike a balance between being light and non-greasy, while still providing moisture and SPF 50+ PA++++ sun protection.
It also contains a “humidity-responsive agent” that adapts to your environment - absorbing sweat and preventing skin stickiness in humidity and generating moisture when your skin may be in drying conditions.
Finding a good sunscreen doesn't have to be a endless cycle of trial and error. These five options prove that effective sun protection and oil control can coexist beautifully in one product. Just remember, the best sunscreen is the one you'll actually use every day, so choose the formula that feels most comfortable on your skin and fits your lifestyle. Your future self will thank you for the consistent protection, and your skin will reward you with a healthier (less shiny) complexion. ☀️